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China 50GB 30Days (nonhkip) · 50 GB · 30 days

View plan & buy — $42.90
4.4

620 reviews

5 ★ 59%
4 ★ 30%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • China mainland China Unicom 5G China Telecom 4G

Traveller reviews

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Omar L.

Philippines · Nov 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. We're here whenever you travel again. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Sofia V.

United States · Nov 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sofia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna 💜

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Min-jun P.

South Korea · Nov 2024

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Connected the moment I landed in China mainland. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Min-jun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Diego W.

Germany · Nov 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in China mainland. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom 💜

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Ava G.

Netherlands · Nov 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ava! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Yuki 💜

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Liam L.

Singapore · Nov 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in China mainland. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Zero regrets.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Liam! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki R.

France · Nov 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Yuki! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Ingrid

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Nguyen D.

India · Nov 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in China mainland. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Nguyen! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David 💜

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Fatima D.

Mexico · Nov 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Fatima! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara

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Haruto C.

Italy · Nov 2024

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Haruto! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Anna 💜

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James G.

Egypt · Nov 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, James! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in China mainland. Come back anytime! – Anna 💜

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Lea V.

Brazil · Nov 2024

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Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Lea! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! — Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Hugo S.

France · Oct 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hugo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David 💜

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Arjun F.

Thailand · Oct 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Arjun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo T.

Italy · Oct 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Great experience overall.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! So happy the China mainland eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the China mainland eSIM cost?

The China 50GB 30Days (nonhkip) plan costs $42.90 for 50 GB over 30 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my China mainland eSIM?

Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in China mainland.

Will this eSIM work on my phone?

It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.

Can I keep my regular number?

Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in China mainland.

Comments & questions

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Elena H. · 2 weeks ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Elena — not at purchase. — Mark

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Sophia H. · 3 weeks ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sophia, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai M. · 2 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Somchai, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Ananya R. · 3 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

You'll be on top local networks, Ananya — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Elena P. · 4 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Elena — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sophie 💜

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Camila D. · 5 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Yes Camila, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Grace 💜

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Katya R. · 6 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Katya — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji N. · 7 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Kenji! The eSIM just handles data. — Diego

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Zoe G. · 7 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Zoe! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — James

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Ryan L. · 9 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Ryan — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah N. · 10 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sarah, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila F. · 1 year ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Camila. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support